"We received a call at 1:39 a.m. (1839 GMT) and within 57 seconds, the first paramedics and officers were on scene actively treating the patients. Police say they maintain a large presence in the party neighborhood and were able to quickly dispatch officers to the scene as bars in the area were closing."
"I am very thankful for the speed with which our public safety officials responded to this. I don't think there's any question that it saved lives."
A shooting occurred early Sunday at Buford's Backyard Beer Garden in Austin, Texas's entertainment district. Police received reports of an active shooter and responded within 57 seconds. Upon arrival, officers confronted an armed man and returned fire, killing the suspect. Three people were found dead at the scene, and 14 others were injured, with three in critical condition. Emergency responders transported the wounded to local hospitals. Austin officials credited the rapid police response and maintained presence in the entertainment district with preventing additional casualties. The mayor emphasized that the quick action by public safety officials likely saved lives.
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